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Description <br>
The Department of Oceanography in the College of Arts and Sciences
at Texas A&M University is seeking applications for one
full-time tenure-track faculty position with a 9-month academic
appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position has an
anticipated start date of August 1, 2027. We welcome applications
from individuals with broad interests in Biological Oceanography,
including but not limited to those studying marine organism
influence on global biogeochemical cycles, phytoplankton ecology and
biogeography, blue economy (e.g., bioprospecting), life in extreme
environments, and carbon sequestration, with special interest in
researchers who can connect multiple trophic levels. <br>
The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an
independent, externally-funded research program; teach courses in
the Department of Oceanography at the graduate and undergraduate
levels; advise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students;
participate in departmental and college activities; and serve the
discipline of oceanography. The Department of Oceanography, located
in College Station, Texas, is part of an alliance of Ocean Sciences
that includes the Marine Sciences and Marine Biology Departments at
TAMU Galveston, the Geochemical and Environmental Research Group,
the Scientific Ocean Drilling Coordination Office (SODCO) and Gulf
Coast Repository, the Gulf of America Coastal Ocean Observing
System, and Texas Sea Grant. This alliance of Ocean Sciences
represents a unique concentration of educational and research
resources. Texas A&M University is a land-, sea-, and
space-grant university, with a dynamic and international community
of over 250,000 people. Information about the Department of
Oceanography can be found at <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://ocean.tamu.edu/">https://ocean.tamu.edu/</a>
(<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://ocean.tamu.edu/">https://ocean.tamu.edu/</a>). <br>
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The University is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional
faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and
therefore implements policies that contribute to work-life balance,
including the Dual-Career Program. <br>
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Qualifications <br>
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Oceanography or related field at the
time of appointment. Postdoctoral experience is desirable but is not
required. Strong written and verbal communication skills are
required. <br>
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Application Instructions <br>
To apply, please submit the following required documents at
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://apply.interfolio.com/189672">https://apply.interfolio.com/189672</a>
(<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://apply.interfolio.com/189672">https://apply.interfolio.com/189672</a>): <br>
• Cover letter <br>
• CV<br>
• Personal statement for the candidate's philosphy and plans for
research (3 pages), teaching (2 pages) and service as applicable.<br>
• Names and contact information for three references <br>
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Informal inquiries or requests for more information may be sent via
email to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Jason Sylvan at
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:jasonsylvan@tamu.edu">jasonsylvan@tamu.edu</a> (<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="mailto:jasonsylvan@tamu.edu">mailto:jasonsylvan@tamu.edu</a>). Applications
will be reviewed beginning on 25 September 2026, but the position
will remain open until filled.
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Application Process <br>
This institution is using lnterfolio's Faculty Search to conduct
this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier
account and can send all application materials, including
confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. <br>
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<p class="p2"><span class="s1">Jason Sylvan, PhD (he/him)</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1">Professor </span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1">Department of Oceanography</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1">Texas A&M University</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1">Eller O&M Building, Rm 716</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1">College Station, TX 77843-3146</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1">O: (979) 845-5105</span></p>
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